2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Palio | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |